Creamy Chicken Lasagna
A rich and comforting creamy chicken lasagna, layered with a smooth and flavorful sauce, tender chicken, and cheeses. It's a perfect twist on the traditional lasagna, offering a hearty meal for any occasion.
Equipment
- Large Skillet
- 9x13-inch Baking Dish
- Large Pot
- Oven
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 ½ cups low sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 5 ounces fresh baby spinach
- 12 lasagna noodles, uncooked
- 15 ounces ricotta
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
- 3 cups mozzarella cheese, reserve 1 cup
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 2 ½ cups cooked diced chicken
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté onion until soft. Add garlic, cook for 1 minute. Whisk in flour, cook for 2 minutes. Alternate whisking in broth and cream. Simmer until thickened, add spinach until wilted. Season and remove from heat.
- Cook lasagna noodles as per package instructions. Drain well.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Mix ricotta, egg, Parmesan, 2 cups mozzarella, and Italian seasoning in a bowl.
- Layer the baking dish starting with white sauce, then noodles, 1/3 sauce, half the chicken, half the cheese mixture; repeat. Top with remaining noodles, sauce, and 1 cup mozzarella.
- Cover with foil, bake for 30 minutes. Uncover, bake for another 15-20 minutes. Optional: garnish with parsley.
Notes
This creamy chicken lasagna brings a delightful twist to the classic Italian dish, featuring layers of cheesy, chicken-filled goodness. Serve it hot for a meal that's sure to impress.